Special Event Services

Recycling at special events diverts wastes from landfills, reduces pollution, conserves energy and natural resources, and boosts the manufacture of products from recycled materials.

The Special Events Recycling Program (SERP) collects cardboard, paper, and containers made from glass, aluminum, plastic, and steel (GAPS) from more than 250 special events held within the City of Los Angeles each year.

The Program provides recycling services to events such as marathons, street fairs, cultural festivals and charity walks.

If you would like recycling services at your upcoming event, please call 213-485-3125.

These four action steps should be incorporated into each special event:

REDUCE:

Minimize flyers, posters and brochures

Avoid excessive packaging

Purchase supplies in bulk

Avoid plastic bags and Styrofoam®

REUSE:

Use durable/reusable tableware

Use non-disposables: cloth bags, cloth napkins, etc.

Reuse banners, displays, and other promotional materials

Reuse containers, including pallets

RECYCLE:

Make recycling as convenient as possible

Provide clearly-marked recycling containers

Use materials which can be easily replaced

BUY RECYCLED:

Purchase goods made with postconsumer content

Educate and encourage your suppliers and contractors to purchase goods with recycled contents